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ABOUT ABB AMERICA

Established in the United States in 1978, ABB America is the North American arm of the global ABB Group, a pioneer in electrification and automation with a 140-year heritage. Headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, we employ over 20,000 dedicated professionals across 100 communities in 25 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico, with a robust network of manufacturing facilities producing 75-80% of our U.S. sales locally. Our $14 billion investment in American infrastructure underscores our commitment to driving the nation’s energy transition and industrial transformation in 2025.As data centers fuel an 8% annual electricity demand increase, EV adoption targets 2.1 million chargers by 2035, and automation reshapes manufacturing with a $395 billion market projected by 2028, ABB America stands at the forefront. Our portfolio, with over 60% software-enabled, integrates AI and IoT to deliver safe, smart, and sustainable solutions—powering hyperscale data centers, electrifying transportation, and automating factories. From the Terra HP Charger supporting EV fleets to the IRB 1300 Robot Arm enhancing precision manufacturing, our innovations reduce energy use by 25-30% and emissions by 20%, aligning with U.S. net-zero goals and federal incentives like the Inflation Reduction Act.With a $1.6 billion annual R&D investment, we lead in digital technologies like ABB Ability™, offering real-time analytics and predictive maintenance to minimize downtime. Our commitment extends beyond products, through ABB University, we train over 10,000 U.S. professionals annually, fostering a skilled workforce. As a trusted partner to industries from Greenlane’s zero-emission hubs to Amazon’s logistics, ABB America is shaping a resource-efficient future.

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